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What could be wrong if there is a large amount of blood found in your feces? i've had constipation problems since i was a toddler and 18 years later i'm still struggling with that problem. but recently i've been finding large amounts of blood in my feces
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There : There are multiple possible sources of the blood - polyp, anal fissure, anal fistula, internal hemorrhoid, external hemorrhoid. Recommend that this be medically evaluated.
Answered 10/3/2016
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Depending: On age, most common cause is constipation and hemorrhoids; however always concerned for colon pathology such as inflammation or colitis, colon polyps, colon cancer. You need to see a colon and rectal doctor or a GI doctor for a thorough evaluation and possible colonoscopy. Do not delay.
Answered 11/27/2017
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